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    North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment

    Difficulty
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    Hard
    Duration
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    6.5-9h
    Distance
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    23.0 km
    Elevation
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    836 m
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    North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment

    The North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment is a lengthy hiking route in Oregon that makes up a part of the 127.1 km long North Umpqua Trail. While out hiking this route, you will follow along the rushing waters of the North Umpqua River, enjoying views of cascading waterfalls and pristine forests in the process. As this is a one-way route, you will need to either plan on camping along the trail or arrange a pick up at the trail’s end.

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    Route Description for North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment

    Whether you are after an extended day hike or have your sights on completing the entire length of the North Umpqua Trail, the North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment is a challenging route that showcases the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

    Setting out from the Swiftwater Trailhead, you will make your way to the southeast through the forest, passing by Deadline Falls as you travel through the forest along the banks of the North Umpqua River. There aren’t many intersecting trails here, so just keep straight and you should have no problems in terms of navigation.

    After skirting around Bob Butte, you will descend slightly and cross over Bob Creek, before continuing on to the east. Keeping the river on your left, you will traverse the forest landscape, crossing over Fox Creek and Thunder Creek before arriving at the end point of the route.

    Getting to the North Umpqua Trail: Swiftwater and Tioga Segment Trailhead

    The starting point for this hike can be found at the Swiftwater Trailhead, just off the North Umpqua Highway at Swiftwater Park.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      April-October

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      No

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      One Way

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